Green Coffee · Uganda Origin

Wholesale Ugandan Green Coffee: Specialty Arabica & Fine Robusta

From the High Altitudes of Mt. Elgon to the Birthplace of Robusta. We supply traceable, high-scoring green coffee beans (SCAA 80+) to specialty roasters and industrial importers worldwide.

Specialty green coffee beans being graded beside a moisture meter — Uganda Origin
SCAA 82+
Cupping Score
Altitudes 1,300m – 2,200m ASL (Arabica).
Screen Sizes Screen 18 (Robusta) / Screen 15+ (Arabica).
Processing Fully Washed, Natural, and Honey Processed.
Direct Trade 100% Traceable to Estate or Cooperative level.
Origin Profile

Uganda: The Dual-Origin Powerhouse of African Coffee

Uganda is uniquely positioned as the only country in the world capable of producing both high-altitude Specialty Arabica and world-class Fine Robusta in massive commercial volumes. At Trade Africa Direct, we leverage this geographic diversity to offer a complete coffee sourcing solution.

Our Mt. Elgon Arabica is grown on the slopes of an extinct volcano, benefiting from nutrient-dense soil that produces complex acidity and stone-fruit notes. Simultaneously, we are at the forefront of the "Robusta Renaissance," exporting Screen 18 Fine Robusta that offers a clean, neutral cup with a heavy body and chocolatey finish—ideal for premium espresso blends. Every bag we export is a testament to Uganda's status as Africa's largest coffee exporter, backed by strict quality control and direct-trade transparency.

Uganda specialty green coffee beans in a cupping tray beside Q-grader notes
Q-Grader
Certified Cup Reports
Roaster's Data Sheet

Physical & Sensory Quality Standards

Pre-shipment samples and full cupping reports from certified Q-Graders available.

Attribute Specialty Arabica (Mt. Elgon) Fine Robusta (Central/Western)
VarietiesSL14, SL28, NyasalandIndigenous Robusta (Wild/Clonal)
Altitude1,600m – 2,200m ASL1,200m – 1,500m ASL
SCAA Cupping Score82 – 86+ PointsClean Cup / Specialty Grade
Screen SizeScreen 15, 16, 17, 18Screen 18 (Large Bean) / Screen 15
Moisture Content10.5% – 12.0%11.0% – 12.5%
DefectsGrade 1 (Specialty)Zero Primary Defects
Processing MethodFully Washed / NaturalNatural / Sun-Dried
Terroir

Sourcing by Terroir

We allow buyers to select beans based on the specific flavor profiles of Uganda's diverse growing regions.

Arabica

Mt. Elgon

Bright citrus acidity, notes of honey, stone fruit, and a clean floral finish.

Arabica

Rwenzori Mountains

The "Mountains of the Moon" produce beans with deep berry notes, heavy body, and winey acidity.

Fine Robusta

Central & Lake Victoria Basin

High-density beans with notes of toasted nuts, dark chocolate, and a thick crema-producing oil content.

Micro-Lots

Estate & Cooperative Lots

Request traceable micro-lots for specialty roasters who need a unique, single-origin story for their customers.

Packaging & Export

Preserving Cup Quality in Transit

Green coffee is highly sensitive to moisture and odors. Our packaging protocols exceed standard export requirements.

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Primary PackagingGrainPro® or Ecotact hermetic liners to preserve freshness and prevent "baggy" flavors.
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Secondary PackagingNew, clean 60 KG Jute Bags.
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Container Loadability (20ft FCL)Bulk (Loose Bags): 19.2 Metric Tons (320 Bags). Palletized: 14.4 Metric Tons (240 Bags).
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ShippingSea Freight via Mombasa (25–35 days to EU/USA). Air Freight via Entebbe for micro-lots and samples.
Green coffee beans being graded on a black tray next to a moisture meter
Green coffee beans being graded on a black tray next to a moisture meter
Next Steps

Request a Pre-Shipment Sample (PSS)

We provide current harvest crop samples and full cupping reports from certified Q-Graders.

Every shipment includes the export document trinity: Phytosanitary Certificate · EUR.1 Movement Certificate (duty-free EU entry) · Certificate of Origin (URSB)